it has been a big engine for us. tavis: you are playing the president, but you have a real life concern about issues. the first time we met, i was in the audience at a coalition gathering, so i know you are involved in the stuff that matters. did that pull you to this opportunity, or is it a total disconnect? >> i have been a political junkie for a long time. i find the way washington works is fascinating to me. that is one word for it. to have an opportunity to really put myself in the situation of the most difficult job in the world, it is the most pressurized job in the world and to see, how you handle that with grace? that really excited me. kerry is a big advocate and junkie herself, so it has been great. tavis: does playing the president of the united states in any way enhance your value or stature in this town? >> we will find out. i do not know how to answer the question, but i will say it is a great framework for a character, because you have instantaneous power. it gives you, watching the show and seeing ho